Trump Warns Cuba, Cuts Venezuela Oil
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jan 12, 2026
The cessation of Venezuelan oil and money to Cuba, enforced by the United States, will severely impact Cuba's economy, which is already in crisis due to U.S. sanctions. This geopolitical tension could lead to increased instability in the Caribbean region and potentially affect oil prices due to U.S. control over Venezuela's oil distribution.
President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Cuba, stating that the United States has cut off all oil and money supplies from Venezuela to Cuba. This action follows the U.S. military operation that deposed Venezuela's leader, Nicolás Maduro, and the subsequent seizure of Venezuelan oil tankers. Cuba, a long-time beneficiary of Venezuelan oil, is now facing its worst economic crisis in decades, exacerbated by existing U.S. sanctions. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel responded by condemning U.S. 'draconian measures' and blaming them for the island's economic hardships. The U.S. has asserted its role as Venezuela's protector, while Cuba reported 32 military personnel killed during the operation to capture Maduro.
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